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Maria Barletta, BACP

Maria Barletta is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and low self-esteem.

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About Maria

Maria Barletta is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and low self-esteem. She works with depression and panic attacks and supports people dealing with isolation, guilt and problems with boundaries. Maria offers sessions in English and Spanish and follows a practical, conversational style.

She brings four years of professional experience to her work and is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Background and approach

Sessions start with a clear focus on what the person wants to change and a simple plan for moving forward. Maria aims to create space to talk, name the problem and try manageable steps toward feeling better. Her approach draws on client-centred listening alongside cognitive behavioural ideas and psychodynamic thinking.

That means she pays attention to present patterns while also noticing how past relationships shape current feelings. She uses solution-focused techniques to set short-term goals and practical strategies. Maria uses gentle guided imagery and breathing work when it seems helpful, and she adapts the method to each person.

Sessions are conversational and down-to-earth, with an emphasis on workable tools and clearer thinking. Clients are encouraged to try small steps between sessions and review what helps. People who choose her often want straightforward support for everyday struggles, clearer communication, or help recovering after painful events.

She aims to support each person in discovering what motivates their choices and in finding ways to live with more purpose and self-respect.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	385584	September 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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Therapeutic approaches and online support

Maria commonly uses client-centred therapy, which focuses on listening and helping the person find their own solutions through supportive conversation. This approach suits people who need acceptance and space to make sense of their feelings.

She also draws on cognitive behavioural therapy, which looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours connect and teaches practical techniques to reduce anxiety, panic and low mood. CBT-style tasks often include short exercises that can be practised between sessions.

Finding the best approach is part of the work together. The therapist discusses goals and preferences in early sessions and adapts methods as needed. The result is a collaborative plan that combines talking, practical exercises and occasional imagery or breathing techniques when helpful.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls let people work face to face from wherever they are, phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited, live chat can suit shorter check-ins and text-based messaging helps with quick reflections between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to keep continuity of support without long travel.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Maria usually help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression, as well as related issues like panic attacks and loneliness.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is warm and conversational with a focus on listening, setting small goals and using practical strategies to tackle immediate problems.

What is her professional background?

She has four years of professional experience in counselling and psychotherapy and additional experience described in her profile.

Where is Maria based and what credential does she hold?

She practises in the United Kingdom and is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

What session formats are offered?

Sessions can be delivered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How are sessions paid for?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.